It was. I know that when your years extend beyond the typical years of a mortal, time bends and feelings linger much, much longer. 'Twas as difficult for them as it was for the mortals impacted by the war.

[ That kind of pain... he can't imagine it. ]

I would like to believe 'tis not human nature, as cruelty exists in every form. I think any being with the capacity to be cruel will have those that make the choice to be so.